This federal Project Grant award, provided by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Clean School Bus Program (CFDA 66.045), will fund Envirotech Vehicles Inc. to replace 25 existing diesel school buses with clean, zero-emission school buses across 8 school districts in Arkansas and Texas. The $8,570,000 award, which runs from September 1, 2024 to August 31, 2026, will also support the acquisition of necessary charging stations. The project aims to transport 2,300 school children on zero-emission or clean buses, provide comprehensive training on electric school bus benefits and use, conduct community engagement activities, and create academic programs to enhance the communities' understanding and support for clean fuel vehicles. The anticipated outcomes include emissions reduction, improved air quality, reduced noise pollution, and increased community awareness and adoption of clean fuel vehicles.